ABSTRACT

Research indicates that there are psychological principles at play in the situations encountered by law enforcement personnel. The book fulfills an important need in the ever-evolving field of criminal justice, providing a working knowledge of forensic psychology and its application to interview strategies, homicide, emotional disturbance, sexual and domestic violence, hostage negotiations, and other situations. It will help law enforcement to understand, interpret, and anticipate behavior, while responding safely and effectively.

part |2 pages

PART I Background

chapter 1|6 pages

Introduction

chapter 2|12 pages

Overview of Forensic Psychology Concepts

chapter 3|26 pages

Effective Intervention

part |2 pages

PART II Crimes and Criminals

chapter 4|24 pages

Psychopathy

chapter 5|26 pages

Understanding Homicide

chapter 6|26 pages

Sex Crimes

chapter 7|28 pages

Domestic Violence

part |2 pages

PART III Forensic, Police, and Investigative Work

chapter 8|26 pages

Behavioral Profiling

chapter 9|28 pages

Eliciting Useful Information

chapter 10|20 pages

Working with Victims

chapter 11|26 pages

Working with Minors

chapter 12|28 pages

Threat Assessment

chapter 13|16 pages

Reentry